• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  One of the key factors for the successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release [...] successfully collaborated in the implementation of an IPM program, which has facilitated the protection of their crops without the use of agrochemicals and [...] and has allowed them to comply with the legal framework for entry into the U.S. market, one of the most important and demanding at a global level. Looking

• Predatory mites

  knowing the target pest is crucial. Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select the right [...] areas. The larvae have three pairs of legs. Depending on the predatory mite species larvae are active or inactive. Once the larva has moulted to the protonymph [...] chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  reaction In the event of a fever occurring or a grade 1 reaction, contact a GP. The decision can be made to keep an eye on the situation and see how things [...] This can be carried with you and is used to inject epinephrine into the thigh in the case of a sting. Tests and treatments are available at the Allergology [...] reaction against the injected venom develops. The response to a bumblebee sting can differ per incident. The stinger of a bumblebee or a wasp has no barbs

• Koppert One

  nematodes at the right moment with Timing Expert Timing can make or break the success of biological control. With Timing Expert in Koppert One, you always know [...] Expert, you can: Apply nematodes when they are most effective Reduce the risk of unsuccessful applications Improve pest control results in the field Make [...] Expert, the Side Effects App, and the Digital Assistant, Koppert One turns complex information into clear, actionable insights. This helps you optimize

• Consumers

  to provide you with the best possible service as a consumer, we have drawn up a list of frequently asked questions. We hope you will find the answer to [...] . By the time a delicious little tomato reaches your plate, it has already had a very long journey. The plant first has to form fruit before the tomato [...] tomato can actually start to grow. In nature, insects and other animals take care of the pollination and therefore the formation of fruit. Honeybees are traditional

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  Mexico The profitability of a crop is based on the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time in which they can be produced and harvested, the price [...] longer shelf life, but also in the number of productive weeks and, therefore, in the profitability of the business. The implementation of a biological [...] one of the key tools that can help you achieve this. This is attested to by La Hacienda Fresh, a company that has developed great expertise in the integrated

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  crucial practices that can determine the success or failure of a harvest. These essential techniques provide growers with insights into the health and growth [...] pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. Benefits of crop monitoring and scouting One of the most critical aspects [...] scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline the scouting process

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  to feed on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator, and the temperature [...] use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction [...] hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites The dosage of Spidex Vital Plus depends on climate, crop and pest

• Spidex

  shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material [...] material remains on the introduction site for at least a few hours after introduction Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez, Natutec Mini-Airbug, Natutec [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation.

• Integrated Pest Management

  sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops and the environment. Beneficial insects [...] traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. The use of insect traps can also be an effective way to [...] eliminating pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than reaction. It emphasizes